A Feral World (...Feral 4)

David Liban

A Feral World (...Feral 4)

David Liban

Drama,
Sci-Fi

Feature

Denver

Similar to the film "Boyhood," we are shooting 4 installments of a feature each year over 4 years. Our story takes place in a post-apocalyptic future. Parts 1, 2, & 3 are completed and we're now gearing up for the conclusion. Our lead was 11 when we started and will be 15 when we conclude the film.

Similar to the film "Boyhood," we are shooting 4 installments of a feature each year over 4 years. Our story takes place in a post-apocalyptic future. Parts 1, 2, & 3 are completed and we're now gearing up for the conclusion. Our lead was 11 when we started and will be 15 when we conclude the film.

35 supporters

49 followers

Green Light

RAISED $7,105

for PRODUCTION

35 supporters, 49 followers

Inclusion Statement

Our diverse cast and crew is comprised of super talented women, men and people of color. We surround ourselves with talented artists. Gender, race, religion, sexual orientation... it matters not. All beings from our network are welcome into the fray of Feral.

About The Project

This is it! The Final Push to Complete the FeatureWe've decided to change the name from Feral to A Feral World because there are many other films by that name. Please read on!

The Elevator PitchThis is a story of a young boy (Sonny), alone in a post-apocalyptic world who has managed to survive after society has collapsed. Sonny meets a woman (Emma), who is also alone, and a bond ensues that provides hope for their survival. A Feral World is a story about people making do with what's left and trying to protect loved ones. When a clue surfaces that suggests Emma's daughter, Janey, may still be alive, Sonny and Emma begin a journey to find and rescue her from captivity.

Part 4 of 4

Last year we ran a campaign for Feral part 3 which was successful in reaching its goal. This campaign is for part 4, the conclusion to the feature film, A Feral World. The script is written and cast and crew a-go! We are waiting for our actor to age so... we're not shooting till June. Good news... he's growing and changing ready to don his nasty old vest.

A Filmmakers JourneyIt's not an uncommon story to hear about a filmmaker who spent a decade to get a film made, and then the film does not earn the money back or obtain distribution. Not wanting to wait ten years, and having the talent and tools available now, we decided to just go forward and just make the film we wanted to make. We all believe in this project and think audiences will appreciate what we're doing and how we're doing it.

Inspired by the film by Richard Linklater, Boyhood, (that is, seeing the lead child actor age over time) we decided to embark on a similar process. By shooting the film over four years, this process makes the goal of producing a feature-length film be both attainable and unusual. Not only will we have the niche´ of the Boyhood factor, but by doing it in four installments, our cast and crew can work on the film and still keep their day jobs. And by spreading the cost over four years, it is easier to produce the film financially.

Image from Feral 3 (photo by Kelly Spencer)

I made the first film, Feral in 2016, and at the time it was going to be a one-off short film. However, I had more story to tell and a cast and crew who wanted to continue this collaboration. Feral 1 was selected to screen in several film festivals, but short films being what they are, can often times disappear into obscurity. Hence, the decision was made to produce Feral as a feature-length film. As of December 2018, I've completed the third installment, and plan on shooting the 4th and final portion in June of 2019.

photo by Demi Deherrara

Who is making this film anyway?

My name is David Liban, and I am the writer, producer and director of this film. I make film as a passion, but I am also a Professor and Chairperson at CU Denver's Department of Film & Television. I've been making films since the 1990's that vary in genre from documentary to narrative shorts. My documentary, Mortal Lessons, won an Emmy in 2010 and over the years, my films have screened at numerous film festivals and television outlets.

I believe that A Feral World is special because of its captivating story, engaging characters and its post-apocalyptic setting. In addition, audiences will enjoy seeing the actors age over the years, and living in Colorado provides all sorts of amazing locations that serve as our dystopian landscape. That, and the fact that I am surrounded by talented colleagues and students, who are all willing to collaborate, allowed this project to evolve from the first short film, to the feature-length film.

Educational Component

As we produce this film, we are giving college film students real-life hands-on learning. The film students who are involved, bring SO much to the project. They come with many great ideas and their commitment and enthusiasm is remarkable. As they are starting their career in film, this is an opportunity for them to learn by working alongside the film faculty and local film professionals. Some have called it a transformative experience and have taken what they've been learning and applying it to their own projects.

Almost all the personnel on the project are contributing their talents because they believe in the project and trust me to complete it. They are colleagues, friends, students and graduates of the CU Denver Film & Television program.

photo by Kelly Spencer

The Kid

Part of the reason I initially wrote the first Feral script was that I recognized that my son, Caleb had talent as an actor. I assume that all parents think their kids are talented, but as a director, I saw him take on roles (during play) with a degree of commitment that was notable. So, this was both an opportunity for me to make the film I wanted to make, and provide Caleb the experience of being an actor on a real film set. This in turn, has gotten him very interested in pursuing an acting career. Recently he was signed to a talent agency in Denver called Maximum Talent, which has, so far, led to some auditioning experiences. Now he's making his own short films and looking at possibly studying film when he goes to college.

For contributors to the campaign, I will share with you a private link to the first Feral film and you'll see its not just the proud father talking. The kid can act. On set, he's a pro. No complaining... no matter how many takes we need. He takes direction and now better understands the process of making a film. As a filmmaker and a father, this is an experience he and I will always have, and if all goes according to plan, the film will garner an audience for years to come.

photo by Kelly Spencer

We look forward to sharing this story with our backers and followers, and with some luck, the world!

Incentives

$10

Feral Friend

Thank you for supporting our film! We are overjoyed to have you as part of the team and will give you a big shout out on all of our social media outlets and credit in the film.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$25

Post Apoca-thanks (ouch...)

Receive a link to the first installment of Feral. Be a Feral participant in the filmmaking fun! And your name in the credits.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$50

Sounds of the Wastelands

Receive all the previous rewards, plus a link to the soundtrack by Leslie Gaston-Bird and Josh Kern.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$75

Dystopian Love

Receive all the previous rewards, plus your name in the "special thanks" during the closing credits and digital images of the lead cast.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$100

More than friends

Receive all the previous rewards, plus a signed 8x10 signed photo of cast.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$200

Moving in with Feral

Receive all the previous rewards, plus an invitation to you and a guest to the cast and crew screening of Feral in Denver (must provide own transportation).

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$500

OMG - Moving in with Feral

Receive all the previous, plus a movie poster and Blu-Ray or DVD disc.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$1,000

You complete me

Be an Executive Producer on the film! &Receive all the previous rewards, plus choose one of the many props used in the movie to keep as your own. Five props will be given away and the first five contributors to select this incentive will get to choose their prop, in the order in which they pledged their support.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$5,000

Feral Royalty

Be an Executive Producer and appear in the film! &Receive all the previous rewards, plus you can be an Extra in the film. Travel expenses not included.

*photo and props by Kelly Spencer

$10,000

No you didn't!?

Not only will you be an Executive Producer of the film and all the other stuff! My wife will crochet you a hat, you can have my guitar, and I will love you forever. :) and ever.

How much would you like to pledge?

$5,000 to go

costs $5,000

How much would you like to pledge?

$10

Feral Friend

Thank you for supporting our film! We are overjoyed to have you as part of the team and will give you a big shout out on all of our social media outlets and credit in the film.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$25

Post Apoca-thanks (ouch...)

Receive a link to the first installment of Feral. Be a Feral participant in the filmmaking fun! And your name in the credits.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$50

Sounds of the Wastelands

Receive all the previous rewards, plus a link to the soundtrack by Leslie Gaston-Bird and Josh Kern.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$75

Dystopian Love

Receive all the previous rewards, plus your name in the "special thanks" during the closing credits and digital images of the lead cast.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$100

More than friends

Receive all the previous rewards, plus a signed 8x10 signed photo of cast.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$200

Moving in with Feral

Receive all the previous rewards, plus an invitation to you and a guest to the cast and crew screening of Feral in Denver (must provide own transportation).

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$500

OMG - Moving in with Feral

Receive all the previous, plus a movie poster and Blu-Ray or DVD disc.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$1,000

You complete me

Be an Executive Producer on the film! &Receive all the previous rewards, plus choose one of the many props used in the movie to keep as your own. Five props will be given away and the first five contributors to select this incentive will get to choose their prop, in the order in which they pledged their support.

*photo by Kelly Spencer

$5,000

Feral Royalty

Be an Executive Producer and appear in the film! &Receive all the previous rewards, plus you can be an Extra in the film. Travel expenses not included.

*photo and props by Kelly Spencer

$10,000

No you didn't!?

Not only will you be an Executive Producer of the film and all the other stuff! My wife will crochet you a hat, you can have my guitar, and I will love you forever. :) and ever.

Current Team

About This Team

Our team

I am floored by the talent that has committed to this project.

My friend and colleague, Jessica McGaugh is the Director of Photography. She is an asset and an artist and on the second film she was way-pregnant, but barely slowed down. Her amazing talent and energy is there on screen!

Jessica McGaugh

Then there's Leslie Gaston-Bird. Leslie is another powerhouse. She is the supervising sound editor/audio engineer/sound designer/composer/mixer... she is amazing and her work is stunning. I am so lucky to call her my friend and collaborator.

Leslie Gaston-Bird AMPS, MPSE

Then there's Kelly Spencer. She's a talented filmmaker unto herself, but brought her skills to the set as Production Designer/Costumes/props/make-up/hair.... Amazing! - And many of the photos here are hers as well. Kelly Spencer

Trevr Merchant is another incredible talent. He is a talented cinematographer in his own right, and on our film he was AC, DIT, and colorist. He can do it all, and he does. Check this out from Feral 2 as he rollerblades with our lead actor on a skateboard, operating the camera:

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